Senior Construction Leader – Oil & Gas Megaprojects

WOODplc

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 600,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Employee Share Plan
End of Service Gratuity
Long Service Award
Professional development
Global connections
Energy Transition Academy

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead on-site activities for high-profile oil and gas capital projects in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee field teams, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence across multi-billion USD programs.

The role demands extensive travel, strong English communication, and UAE visa eligibility. Wood offers global opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Degree with 20+ years Oil and Gas experience, including 5+ years on major capital projects (> USD 500M).
  • Experience in an Oil and Gas operating company is desirable.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication.
  • Willingness to travel extensively for multi-week periods.
  • Qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure projects come in on schedule and within budget.
  • Oversee construction field effort to adhere to design, specifications and costs.
  • Coordinate field personnel schedules to maximize productivity and on-time delivery.
  • Maintain safety, quality and environmental responsibilities within the area of control.
  • Support cost and schedule control through effective management of variations.

Skills

Construction Management
Site Management
English communication
Travel flexibility
Capital projects (> USD 500M)

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Wood is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead on-site activities for high-profile oil and gas capital projects in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee field teams, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence across multi-billion USD programs.

The role demands extensive travel, strong English communication, and UAE visa eligibility. Wood offers global opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

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